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Local man shares story of overcoming addiction

Posted: Aug 02 2017 04:53PM EDT

Updated: Aug 02 2017 06:29PM EDT

PHILADELPHIA (WTXF) - The epidemic is now affecting nearly everyone. The face of addiction could be anyone anywhere. One family didn't realize it until a neighbor told them to check what's going on with their son.

He's now sharing his story as a sliver of hope that some are overcoming addiction with love, support and treatment.